Sean Burnett

The Dodgers are chasing a starting pitcher, or two. The Angels covet a left fielder. Both teams would like to add a relief pitcher. The trade season has gotten underway without them. On Sunday, the Kansas City Royals got pitcher Johnny Cueto, three days after the Houston Astros got pitcher Scott Kazmir. While the fans of Los Angeles wait to see whether the Dodgers trade for Cole Hamels or David Price — a third ace to accompany Clayton Kershaw and Zack Greinke — we decided to look back at several notable July deals for the Dodgers and Angels. Keep in mind that the trade season does not end when July does. Trades still can be made in August, although players must first...

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